Today, we’re walking through what a PCA’s daily duties look like. If you’re new to caregiving lingo, we’ll start with the basics: “PCA” stands for “Personal Care Assistant.” Read on for more details about what a PCA does, the type of training you can expect to receive on your journey to becoming a Personal Care … Read More
As a family caregiver, you spend your days taking care of those around you, but it’s important that you take care of yourself, too! Finding a caregiver support group, especially one geared towards family caregivers, can be an excellent outlet for the stressors of your daily life. In today’s blog, we’re digging into how to … Read More
Building relationships across generations is challenging in today’s climate of social distancing. Many older people are vulnerable to the COVID-19 virus and are self-quarantining to avoid increased exposure. But this also presents a unique opportunity for creating connections. Today, we’re going to explore methods of virtual communication between grandparents and their grandchildren. Whether you live … Read More
Diabetes is a common disease in which the body cannot adequately produce a hormone called insulin. This results in elevated glucose levels and an abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates. Diabetics must routinely measure their blood sugar and carefully manage their diets and medications. A personal care assistant or home health aide can be helpful in managing … Read More
We’ve previously written about how to help seniors adjust to using new technologies. Besides practicing patience, it’s important to minimize a lot of techy jargon when teaching seniors how to use their smartphones or other devices. Today’s blog goes a bit deeper and explores two technological advances that could make life easier for your senior … Read More
Shortness of breath can be problematic for anyone, but it can be even more serious for older adults. Identifying pneumonia early in elderly patients can make a huge impact on their chances of recovery. Pneumonia can be deadly for those over age 65, especially if they have underlying health conditions, so it’s important to know … Read More
“Never believe that a few caring people can’t change the world. For, indeed, that’s all who ever have.” ― Margaret Mead Becoming a caregiver is a compassionate and often selfless choice. One topic that Best Care covers in training Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) is the concept of “person-centered care.” In today’s post, we’re going to … Read More
Do you have a loved one living with cancer, undergoing cancer treatment, or recovering from a surgery due to an illness? It can be difficult to ask for help, as many people do not want to seem like a burden to their friends and family. However, if a loved one’s mobility has been reduced, if … Read More
As stay-at-home orders begin to lift, protecting individuals with weakened immune systems remains a top priority. According to USF Health, it’s possible that COVID-19 is more severe when contracted by someone in the immunosuppressed population. Until a reliable vaccine is developed and widely distributed, immunocompromised individuals should be extra careful. Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) are … Read More
Many people live in close proximity to their senior relatives—perhaps in the same city, neighborhood, or even home—but many do not. You may live across the state or country from your loved one, yet you still want to make sure they are receiving quality care. If you can’t be physically present with your parents or … Read More